We’ve taken a look back at some of the big news stories and our most popular articles across 2018, and it’s packed with great stuff that’ll help with your holiday reading. Sit back and enjoy taking another look at “the year that was” on the Hope website.
The News
One of the 13 ‘Wild Boars’ Rescued in Thailand is a Compassion Sponsored Child
The rescue of the ‘Wild Boars’ youth soccer team hit close to home for Christians in Thailand and around the world when they learnt that, one of the boys was a believer and a Compassion sponsor child.
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Farewell, Billy Graham – Fiery US Gospel Preacher who Put Brakes on Australia’s Crime Rates
In his 99 years on earth, Billy Graham touched the lives of millions, shaped evangelical Christian culture, and may even have helped slow crime rates in Australia for a time. So it’s no surprise to see the tributes pouring in for the American gospel evangelist. Read more
Remembering Christian Author Eugene Peterson (1932-2018)
“There are people who die well,” beloved pastor and author Eugene Peterson said recently, ‘and I want to be one.’ Well, Eugene achieved his goal. Read more
New PM Scott Morrison – A Genuine Christian & Won’t Backstab, Says Bruce Baird, But Will He Soften on Refugees?
Bruce Baird, the former Liberal MP who has opened doors for Scott Morrison, chats about the new PM, his faith, and his tough stance on refugees. Read more
Hillsong Wins At 2018 Grammy Awards
Hillsong Worship won its first Grammy this week in New York City for their song What A Beautiful Name. Brooke Ligertwood and Ben Fielding were there to accept the award. Read more
Winning the Fight With a Family Curse: Stan Walker’s Greatest Battle Yet
A battle with cancer, an encounter with God, dramatic weight loss, and grappling with his purpose on the earth—Stan Walker has faced it all in the last couple of years. He tells all in his new documentary and an indepth personal web article. Read more
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5 Things Aussie Farmers Want You to Know About the Drought
Farmers in NSW are doing it tough right now. They want you to know that. But how much do you really understand about how this drought is affecting country NSW? Read more
Christian Schools Will Not Reject LGBTI Students, Say Christian Education Leaders
Christian schools don’t want to expel gay students, say Christian eudcation leaders, in the wake of news about the leaked Religious Freedom Review. Read more
The Viral Video Making Kids with Down Syndrome Famous (and Their Mums!)
It brought celebrity TV host James Corden to tears, and made singer Christina Perri tweet that her ‘heart is full’. It’s a ‘carpool karaoke’ style lip sync video, created for World Down Syndrome Day. Read more
How Reddit & Facebook Added Extra Romance to this Fairytale Sydney Harbour Proposal
The power of social media was on display in the most heartwarming way this week, after a romantic marriage proposal was accidentally captured by a photographer on Sydney Harbour. Read more
The People
“I Was Petrified” – How The Greatest Showman’s Keala Settle Found Her Voice
Musical lovers were thrilled to see Hugh Jackman and Zac Efron return to musicals in ‘The Greatest Showman’ —but it’s Hawaiian-born Keala Settle who really stole the show. Laura Bennett chatted with her on Hope 103.2. Read more
Share Your Faith Through Vulnerability: A Lesson from Avril Lavigne
Avril Lavigne’s latest release “Head Above Water” is a raw and vulnerable reflection of faith through her battle with Lyme disease. Read more
You Want More? Why Hillsong’s Pastor Brian Houston Doesn’t Settle
Despite his great success already, Hillsong founder and Global Senior Pastor Brian Houston is convinced the best is yet to come for all of us, mums and megapastors alike. It’s the theme of his new book, ‘There is More’. Read more
“My Prayer’s Not Answered Yet, But I’m Still Trusting God” – Emma Mullings
I watched my mum die at 37 from cancer. I prayed for the healing of my sister—who was born severely brain damaged… it still hasn’t happened. These unanswered prayers kept me away from God for years. But here’s why I still believe He heals… Read more
God Was There in My Darkest Days: Human Nature’s Andrew Tierney on ‘Finding Faith’
Andrew Tierney, one quarter of Australia’s beloved guy-band, Human Nature, is sharing a less choreographed side of himself – in his new duo: Finding Faith. And it brings his Christian faith right into the spotlight. Read more
What You Didn’t Know About ‘I Can Only Imagine’s’ Lead Actor, J.Michael Finley
When the directors of the inspirational biopic ‘I Can Only Imagine’ found their lead actor, they thought he was ‘too good to be true’.
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From Vampires to Jesus: Meet Nathaniel Buzolic, Aussie Actor & Hollywood Celeb
For a guy who stars in a vampire show , Nathaniel Buzolic talks about Jesus a lot. Hope Brekky caught up with the Aussie born Hollywood actor in the studio. Read more
Men in their 60s – Afflicted by Hope
Why have so many high profile men taken their own lives around the age of 60? Michael Frost wonders if it’s because men, at their core, are driven by a belief that life should be better. Read more
The Top Tips
12 Fundamentals Every 12 Year Old Needs to Know
With the adventure of adolescence before them, 12 year olds are still close enough for parents to model a grown up life and not too distasteful to be dismissed as out of touch. Read more
13 Questions to Ask the Kids, Better Than ‘How Was School Today?’
A year into my daughter’s schooling career, I’m realizing I need to get more creative than just plain old, “How was school today?” Here’s 13 alternative questions to get the kids talking. Read more
The Ancient Prayer That Can Change Your Life
It’s a prayer that can suffer from neglect and mindless repetition because of its familiarity. But when prayed slowly and with intent, it is possibly the most powerful prayer one can pray: The Lord’s Prayer. Read more